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Photography Gear Recommendations
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items What’s In My Bag: Portrait Gear I Trust
After 13 years as a professional photographer and a published artist, I’ve learned what truly works in the field - both creatively and practically. Every item on this list is something I personally use during m...
Canon 85mm f/1.2L Lens – My Absolute Must-Have for Portraits
If I could only shoot with one lens forever, this would be it. The Canon 85mm f/1.2L is the portrait lens of dreams—creamy, rich, and packed with detail. It delivers stunning compression a...
Canon RF 85mm F1.2 RF Review
Godox AD200 Pro – Power, Portability, and Beautiful Light
This speedlight is a total game-changer. Compact like a speedlight, but with the power of a strobe—perfect for on-location shoots where you need control without bulk. I love the consistent co...
Godox AD200 TTL Pocket Flash Kit
Flashpoint Wireless Trigger – Simple, Reliable, and So Easy to Use
This is the trigger I use to fire my lights, and it never lets me down. With a clear digital screen, multiple channels, and group settings, it makes controlling your flashes effortle...
Flashpoint X2 Trigger
My Go-To Flash for On-the-Go Photography: The Godox AD600Pro II is hands down the best portable flash I’ve used. With 600Ws of power, fast recycle times, and TTL/HSS support, it’s perfect for any outdoor or on-location shoot. Reliable, consistent, an...
Godox AD600Pro II All-in-One Outdoor Flash
Godox AD200Pro II Flash Bundle This Godox AD200Pro II bundle (flash, softbox, stand) is the best all-in-one portable lighting kit. Lightweight, powerful, and ready for any location shoot. TTL, HSS, and bi-color modeling light included.
Godox AD600Pro II Flash with Softbox and Turtle C-Stand Kit
Canon R6 Mirrorless – A Total Gamechanger Hands down, the best! I’ve been a Canon DSLR girl for 14 years, and switching to the Canon R6 mirrorless was a total gamechanger. Insanely fast autofocus, stunning image quality, and incredible low-light perf...
Canon EOS R6 Mark II Mirrorless Camera
Angler 48" Softbox – My Go-To for Soft, Even Lighting I always reach for a 48" softbox like this one from Angler to get that beautiful, soft fill light. It wraps light perfectly for portraits and minimizes harsh shadows. A must-have modifier—especial...
Angler BoomBox Octagonal Softbox with Bowens Mount V2 (48")
Get you a good reliable memory card with plenty of space!
SanDisk 128GB Extreme PRO UHS-I SDXC Memory Card
And a safe place to store your memory cards is a MUST!
Ruggard Leda Memory Card Case for XQD or CFexpress Type B Cards (Black)
Canon RF 24‑70mm f/2.8L IS USM — The Portrait Photographer’s Power Zoom The Canon RF 24‑70mm f/2.8L IS USM is a must-have for portrait photographers shooting on EOS R bodies like the R6. With its constant f/2.8 aperture, 5‑stop image stabilization, w...dustinabbott.net +1 fstoppers.com +1 dustinabbott.net +15 the-digital-picture.com +15 digitalcameraworld.com +15 . Its versatile 24–70 mm zoom range lets you seamlessly move from wide environmental portraits at 24 mm to flattering short‑telephoto headshots at 70 mm. Nano USM autofocus ensures fast, near‑silent subject tracking—perfect for both stills and v...canonwatch.com . Built like a tank with fluorine coatings, dust/water resistance, and L‑series pro-grade build, it's the rugged standard zoom that pros rely on—highly dependable for client sessions and location work the-digital-picture.com +4 dustinabbott.net +4 canon.ca +4 . ✅ Why Portrait Photographers Love It: Sharp, consistent image quality across the frame Soft background blur with 9‑blade diaphragm bokeh Hand‑hold longer thanks to powerful IS & IBIS combo (up to 8 stops on R6) Fully weather‑sealed and buil...
Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM Lens
Get the best behind the scenes footage directly from your cameras POV using this awesome attachment!
SmallRig Metal Phone Holder with Cold Shoe Mount
Why We Love SmugMug for Photographers We love SmugMug because it was built by photographers, for photographers—and it shows. The platform offers beautiful, professional galleries that make delivering images to clients seamless and elevated. One of th...
SmugMug
such a perfect bag for a minimalist like myself. I need something that is functional and easily accessible to switch lenses.
Cwatcun Small Waterproof Canvas Camera Bag
My Favorite Flash Stand – Compact, Reliable, and Always in My Kit This is my go-to flash stand—hands down. It comes with me to every single shoot. I love how small and lightweight it breaks down, making setup and travel so much easier without sacrifi...
Nietoto 68" Aluminum Camera & Rifle Tripod
Compact Emergency Kit – A Must-Have in Every Camera Bag Always be prepared—this compact emergency kit is the perfect addition to your camera bag. From unexpected wardrobe fixes to quick cleanups, it’s a small but mighty essential that keeps every ses...
276PCS First Aid Kit for Home Car Camping
This reflector is especially useful for headshots! Highly recommended!
40" Clamshell Light Reflector/Diffuser 4-in-1
Import with ease. This little SD card reader has been a reliable tool for me. I love it’s compact look, and sleek white accents
Oyuiasle SD Card Reader for iPhone iPad Dual Slot
It’s always funny to see people’s reactions when I’m drinking out of a lens. This mug is a MUST have for any photographers coffee mug collection
Chasing Y Camera Lens Coffee Mug Stainless Steel
Atmosphere Aerosol is one of my favorite secret weapons for creating drama in my photos! It gives you that perfect, moody haze without the need for fog machines or complicated setups. Whether I’m shooting seniors, weddings, or creative sessions, this...
2 Pack Atmosphere Aerosol Haze/Fog Spray
I cannot say enough about this brand and their quality! The Highly recommended Janessa!
The Jenessa - Our Full Size Camera Backpack
This is a game changer. The Fanny pack is so perfect for portrait photographers. You can fit the essentials around your waist and access them so quickly and easily!
The Photographer's Fanny Pack
This 35mm has quickly become one of my absolute favorites — second only to my 85mm. It’s sharp, lightweight, and incredibly versatile. I use it for everything from detail shots to storytelling portraits, especially when I want a wider perspective wit...
Canon RF 35mm f/1.4
Don’t show up to a Texas session without this fan in your bag! This compact handheld fan is an absolute must-have for surviving the heat — especially during those mid-afternoon shoots. With 7 adjustable speeds, it packs a powerful breeze in a small s...
Better Homes& Gardens Handheld Fan,USB Rechargeable Function,Battery Operated Fan With Large Airflow